I am a motivated 3D animator and recent Media Design School graduate with high experience with Maya and a genuine passion for all styles of animation. I excel at thorough foundational research, which allows me to create well-developed animations with believable movement. With professional team experience as an animator on Settlers (Carbon Arc Team Production) and as a producer on the award-winning student short film Stultus Ovis, I bring excellent communication skills and thrive in collaborative environments. I am always eager to learn and to contribute high-quality animation and storytelling to film and animation projects. Additionally, as a junior creative, I am willing to offer discounted rates for the experience I will gain on projects.

Amilla Chaston

I am a motivated 3D animator and recent Media Design School graduate with high experience with Maya and a genuine passion for all styles of animation. I excel at thorough foundational research, which allows me to create well-developed animations with believable movement. With professional team experience as an animator on Settlers (Carbon Arc Team Production) and as a producer on the award-winning student short film Stultus Ovis, I bring excellent communication skills and thrive in collaborative environments. I am always eager to learn and to contribute high-quality animation and storytelling to film and animation projects. Additionally, as a junior creative, I am willing to offer discounted rates for the experience I will gain on projects.

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I am a motivated 3D animator and recent Media Design School graduate with high experience with Maya and a genuine passion for all styles of animation. I excel at thorough foundational research, which allows me to create well-developed animations with believable movement. With professional team experience as an animator on Settlers (Carbon Arc Team Production) and as a producer on the award-winning student short film Stultus Ovis, I bring excellent communication skills and thrive in collaborative environments. I am always eager to learn and to contribute high-quality animation and storytelling to film and animation projects.
Additionally, as a junior creative, I am willing to offer discounted rates for the experience I will gain on projects.

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Experience Level

Intermediate
Intermediate

Work Experience

Animator at Settlers: Carbon Arc and Media Design School
January 1, 2025 - Present
I animated the 'nanobot' for the yet to be released film; Settlers. Other jobs included Rigging a 6 legged Creature and creating camera layouts using the software fspy.
Producer and Editor at Stultus Ovis: Student Led Film
January 1, 2025 - Present
I worked alongside Director Tayla Randall to lead our 4 month student project 'Stultus Ovis'. This included working with team members to make interesting and viable creative ideas and as well run daily meetings to keep the team informed and on track for finishing.
Starbucks Supervisor at Lynmall
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Worked as a shift lead on floor managing employees positions and breaks. Conducted revenue count at the end of work days.
Facilitator at NZ CV Writing Workshop with SDETAT
January 1, 2025 - Present
Facilitated one-off writing workshops for first time New Zealand CV writing.

Education

Bachelor of Art and Design in 3D Animation and VFX at Media Design School at Strayer
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment
    3D animation Showreel May 2026
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